As the name implies, all tours in this region cross the Continental Divide, traveling over high mountain passes used by Native Americans and settlers during the westward expansion. On the way, we’ll drive across South Park, the site of an ancient sea bed, where hundreds of pronghorn antelope roam, along with a few bison. With any luck, we may see a variety of other wildlife including pikas, marmots, and even moose. Because routes in this area require approximately 1 hour of scenic highway travel to the start of the trail, all tours in this region are full-day excursions. Due to the higher elevations, much of this area is only open to travel from mid-summer through mid-fall, typically June through October.
TOUR SUMMARY
Cost: Vehicle (Includes guests 1 & 2) $595; Additional guests (3 – 6) $95 ea
Duration: Approximately 8 hours
Departure: 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, or 9:00 AM
Check-In: 15 minutes prior to tour departure
Availability: Typically, June through October
Ages: All ages are welcome. Customers with children must bring their own booster or car seats.
Meal: Snacks and beverages are included with every tour, and full-day tours include a picnic lunch.
Depending on the route, tour highlights may include:
- Historic mining towns of Leadville and Breckenridge
- Ghost towns
- Abandoned mines
- Stream crossings
- Travel above timberline
- Cross over the Continental Divide
- Play in the snow year-round
- Wildflower meadows in summer and breathtaking foliage in the fall
- Possible wildlife sightings of deer, elk, antelope, bear, bighorn sheep, moose, hawks, and eagles
